http://www.thereaction.net News and events from The Reaction en-gb Copyright (C) Royal Society of Chemistry thereaction@rsc.org (RSC Managing Editor) thereaction@rsc.org (RSC Webmaster) Tue, 08 May 2012 16:57:42 GMT Tue, 08 May 2012 16:57:42 GMT Tue, 08 May 2012 16:57:42 GMT NNews and events SDL Tridion CMS http://www.thereaction.net 15 http://www.thereaction.net/images/rsc_logo_white.gif http://www.thereaction.net http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/chemistry-olympics-gsk-drugs.aspx A GSK sponsored lecture on the role of chemistry in London 2012 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/chemistry-olympics-gsk-drugs.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/Why_sun_shine.aspx Sun shine is the result of nuclear fission taking place in the sun turning hydrogen into helium. Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:54 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/Why_sun_shine.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/whoosh_bottle.aspx A jet engine in a watter bottle Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:52 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/whoosh_bottle.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/volcano.aspx A smouldering pile suddenly emits a shower of sparks, flames and smoke Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:51 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/volcano.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/vanishing_cup.aspx A styrofoam cup completely disappears in acetone Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:50 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/vanishing_cup.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/underwater_fireworks.aspx Lighting welding gas underwater makes for a nice show Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:49 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/underwater_fireworks.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/sugar_snake.aspx Sugar turns in to a large black snake, which rises out a beaker Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:48 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/sugar_snake.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/jumping_sodium.aspx Sodium and water react violently, but here's a nice way of demonstrating it Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:47 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/jumping_sodium.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/silly_putty.aspx Do some chemistry at home, get a fun product! Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:45 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/silly_putty.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/jelly_baby.aspx A jelly baby meets its demise in molten potassium chlorate Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:44 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/jelly_baby.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/science_of_white.aspx Andrea Sella discusses the science of the colour white. Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:43 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/science_of_white.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/Daniel_Radcliffe.aspx Daniel Radcliffe, star in the Harry Potter films, sings The Elements by Tom Lehrer on the Graham Norton Show. Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:42 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/Daniel_Radcliffe.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/photocopier.aspx The science behind a photocopier Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:40 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/photocopier.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/phosphorus_sun.aspx Dr Hal Sosabowski performs a beautiful and dangerous experiment Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:39 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/phosphorus_sun.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/pharaohs_serpent.aspx Setting light to some white powder raises a mysterious serpent Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:38 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/pharaohs_serpent.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/oxygen_at_school.aspx Oxygen tries to make friends in the playground Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:37 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/oxygen_at_school.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/non-newtonian_fluids.aspx Put a non-Newtonian fluid on a speaker and watch the results Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:36 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/non-newtonian_fluids.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/money_to_burn.aspx A £20 note goes up in flames and survives the ordeal Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:34 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/money_to_burn.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/milkkaleidoscope.aspx Washing up liquid, food colour and milk create a kaleidoscope Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:33 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/milkkaleidoscope.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/Meet_The_Elements.aspx A song by They Might Be Giants from their album Here Comes Science Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:32 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/Meet_The_Elements.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/making_hot_ice.aspx "Hot ice" is actually super-saturated sodium acetate solution and is great fun to play with Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:31 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/making_hot_ice.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/learn_to_drive.aspx Driving involves the full spectrum of fluorescence Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:30 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/learn_to_drive.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/incredible_hulk.aspx Like The Hulk, this reaction starts pink then becomes green and angry Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:28 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/incredible_hulk.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/hydrophobic_nanotubes.aspx Water can do strange things when it's on hydrophobic materials. Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:26 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/hydrophobic_nanotubes.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/Hammering_nitroglycerine.aspx Why you shouldn't hit nitroglycerine with a hammer Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:25 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/Hammering_nitroglycerine.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/green_fluorescence.aspx Incredible green fluorescence in a beaker Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:23 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/green_fluorescence.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/Google_instant.aspx Google Instant plus Tom Lehrer creates fun musical chemistry mayhem Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:21 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/Google_instant.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/float_my_boat.aspx Boat floats seemingly in mid-air Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:19 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/float_my_boat.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/flaming_ice.aspx Odd as it sounds - setting ice on fire Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:17 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/flaming_ice.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/flame_tests.aspx Different metals burn with different colours Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:15 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/flame_tests.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/elephant_toothpaste.aspx How to produce very large quantities of foam very rapidly Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:14 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/elephant_toothpaste.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/elements_game.aspx Can you beat 26 month old Rosie's knowledge of the Periodic Table? Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:11 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/elements_game.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/dry_ice_bubble.aspx A great effect - a huge bubble filled with carbon dioxide and water vapour. Watch as it bursts... Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:09 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/dry_ice_bubble.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/colour_of_money.aspx Changing the colour of money using chemistry Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:06 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/colour_of_money.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/coke_density.aspx Just how much sugar is there in that can of Coke? Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:02 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/coke_density.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/ChipPan.aspx How not to handle a chip pan fire Tue, 08 May 2012 16:59:59 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/ChipPan.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/chemistry_party.aspx What would elements be like if they all met at a party? Tue, 08 May 2012 16:59:58 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/chemistry_party.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/beating_heart.aspx A blob of mercury beats like a heart Tue, 08 May 2012 16:59:56 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/beating_heart.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/barking_dog.aspx A lit tube 'barks' like a dog Tue, 08 May 2012 16:59:55 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/barking_dog.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/jetpack.aspx Jetpacks rely on chemistry to get off the ground Tue, 08 May 2012 16:59:54 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/jetpack.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/default.aspx The best chemistry videos from around the web Tue, 08 May 2012 16:59:52 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/wider_web/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/chemistry_centre/iyc.aspx The International Year of Chemistry - a message from the RSC Tue, 08 May 2012 16:59:51 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/chemistry_centre/iyc.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/chemistry_centre/default.aspx Videos from the Chemistry Centre Tue, 08 May 2012 16:59:50 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/chemistry_centre/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/default.aspx Watch video from The Chemistry Centre and the wider web Tue, 08 May 2012 16:59:49 GMT Video http://www.thereaction.net/explore/video_archive/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/topics/default.aspx Discover the intrinsic role of chemistry in all aspects of life Tue, 08 May 2012 16:57:55 GMT Chemical Science Topic http://www.thereaction.net/explore/topics/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/default.aspx Explore the fascinating world of chemistry through these links Tue, 08 May 2012 16:57:52 GMT Other http://www.thereaction.net/explore/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/about/default.aspx Find out more about the RSC, the Chemistry Centre, and the RSC's chemical sciences roadmap Tue, 08 May 2012 16:57:45 GMT Other http://www.thereaction.net/about/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/poisonous_socks.aspx Stories from the 19th and 20th centuries about chemistry's central role in contemporary culture Thu, 03 May 2012 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/poisonous_socks.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/alzheimers_disease_treatments_diagnosis_gsk.aspx 750,000 people in the UK have dementia - how will we diagnose and treat them? Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/alzheimers_disease_treatments_diagnosis_gsk.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/test_tube.aspx Professor Andy Abbott looks at the changes in the artist's pallet from natural pigments through the work of the alchemist and the chemist to the current kaleidoscope of vibrant colours. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/test_tube.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/soybeans.aspx Professor Ian Rowland discusses whether the consumption of soy is a recipe for a long and healthy life. Tue, 03 Apr 2012 12:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/soybeans.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/genetic_fingerprinting.aspx Alec Jeffreys will discuss the origins of DNA fingerprinting through to the latest developments and their social impact. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/genetic_fingerprinting.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/cognitive-lunchbox.aspx Dr Jeremy Spencer examines the role of flavonoid-rich foods which have been shown to promote a healthy heart and improve our mind and mood. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/cognitive-lunchbox.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/global_transport.aspx Dr Ayed Al-Qahtani, World Energy Council, discusses the results of a year long study into how we could reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/global_transport.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/alternative-therapies.aspx Professor Monique Simmonds, Director of Kew Innovation Unit, talks about the use of plants and fungi as sources of sustainably harvested medicines. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/alternative-therapies.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/weather.aspx BBC Weather presenter and Met Office forecaster Peter Gibbs takes a behind the scenes look at weather prediction. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2012/weather.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/clean_drink.aspx Phil Souter discusses the challenges faced in making potential water sources drinkable using chemical technology. Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/clean_drink.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/vept.aspx The RSC would like to welcome you to the launch night of our interactive periodic table. Tue, 06 Dec 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/vept.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/safer_world.aspx Dr Derek Craston, the Government Chemist, reveals how Captain Scott's preparations for his 1901 Discovery Exedition to the Antarctic included a personal request to the Government Chemist to analyse his planned food supplies. Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/safer_world.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/marie_curie.aspx Dr Serge Plattard examines how through the development of radiotherapy methods and instruments Marie Curie led the way in the fight against cancer. Thu, 17 Nov 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/marie_curie.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Harnessing_light_fantastic.aspx Professor Nick Terrill explains how using light is pushing forward research in futuristic materials. Thu, 10 Nov 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Harnessing_light_fantastic.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Sustainablity_lunchbox.aspx Scientist Carol Wagstaff explores whether it's really possible to eat sustainably, or if it's simply an idealistic dream of a fairy-tale future. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Sustainablity_lunchbox.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/whats_in_my_stuff.aspx Dr Hywel Jones presents a science and art based approach to raising awareness of the use of the elements in consumer technology. Thu, 13 Oct 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/whats_in_my_stuff.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Recharging_our_future.aspx Professor Clare Grey will talk about some of the latest developments in energy storage and how it will influence future sustainable transport. Thu, 08 Sep 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Recharging_our_future.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/hale_and_hearty.aspx The way to the heart is through the stomach. Julie Lovegrove investigates the crucial role diet plays in the health of heart and blood vessels. Wed, 07 Sep 2011 12:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/hale_and_hearty.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/live_without_e-numbers.aspx E-numbers are often seen as the nemesis of a healthy diet, yet we eat them every day – why? Discuss with Dr David Baines. Tue, 23 Aug 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/live_without_e-numbers.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/what_flavour.aspx Join Dr Jane Parker, food scientist, for a sensory overloaded lunch as she explains why there is much more to flavour than what taste-buds tell us. Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/what_flavour.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/robert_boyle.aspx Celebrate the 350th anniversary of the publication of a Sceptical Chymist by Robert Boyle with Professor Duncan Thorburn Burns. Thu, 04 Aug 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/robert_boyle.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/nuclear_debate.aspx Watch a panel of experts battle it out in a topical debate on whether we can meet emissions reductions without the use of nuclear power. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/nuclear_debate.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/functional_foods.aspx Do functional foods, like probiotics, prebiotics and superfoods, actually work? Or is it all marketing hype? Bob Rastall analyses a shopping basket in our latest Café RSC discussion. Tue, 21 Jun 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/functional_foods.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/ocow/default.aspx An art exhibition showing how the world's children feel about water Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:21:00 GMT Chemical Science Topic http://www.thereaction.net/ocow/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Water_Sustainability.aspx Richard Allan, Chief Scientist at Scottish Water, discusses the challenges we face in securing freshwater supplies at a global level. Thu, 02 Jun 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Water_Sustainability.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Hitchhikers_guide.aspx Is there science on the silver screen? Celebrate Towel Day as journalist and author Michael Hanlon explores the science of the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. Wed, 25 May 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Hitchhikers_guide.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/weird_water.aspx Life on Earth needs water to survive, but water is a strange liquid with odd properties. Author Philip Ball explores the weird world of water. Thu, 05 May 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/weird_water.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2011/m05/fruit_juice_antioxidants_heart_disease_aronia_grape.aspx French scientists have devised a fruit cocktail that could ward off heart disease Thu, 05 May 2011 09:12:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2011/m05/fruit_juice_antioxidants_heart_disease_aronia_grape.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/posterous.aspx The Reaction's Posterous short summary Thu, 28 Apr 2011 12:38:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/posterous.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/tumblr.aspx Tumblr page Thu, 28 Apr 2011 11:23:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/tumblr.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Romans_to_ring_main.aspx Navigate the surprising and fascinating twists and turns of the history of London's water supply with Rob Casey from Thames Water. Thu, 07 Apr 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Romans_to_ring_main.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2011/m03/robert_bunsen_birthday.aspx 200 years after his birth, Robert Bunsen’s famous burner is used in laboratories around the world Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:12:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2011/m03/robert_bunsen_birthday.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/A_Little_Light_Relief.aspx David Phillips, President of the Royal Society of Chemistry, demonstrates the truths and the fallacies behind the ancient belief in the healing powers of light. Thu, 10 Mar 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/A_Little_Light_Relief.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2011/m02/chemical_society_170_anniversary_minutes.aspx 23 Feburary marks the 170th anniversary of the formation of the Chemical Society Wed, 23 Feb 2011 13:12:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2011/m02/chemical_society_170_anniversary_minutes.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Lets_do_lunch.aspx Suitable for young and old alike, it's a lunch break with a chemistry twist, hosted by food scientist Tom Coultate. We'll even provide the food! Wed, 23 Feb 2011 12:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Lets_do_lunch.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/turn_on_tune_in.aspx Take a trip through the weird world of drug use and abuse, with writer and scientist John Mann Thu, 10 Feb 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/turn_on_tune_in.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2011/m01/bill_bryson_ipad_home_chemistry_competition_winners.aspx Who sent us the most interesting, creative celebration of chemistry around the home? Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:41:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2011/m01/bill_bryson_ipad_home_chemistry_competition_winners.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Sex_and_the_city.aspx Is the role of skin merely to provide an aesthetically pleasing covering for the body? Modern research says otherwise, says Professor Paul Matts. Thu, 06 Jan 2011 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2011/Sex_and_the_city.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2011/m01/propofol_history_michael_jackson.aspx Co-inventor of the anaesthetic propofol explains why it's the most popular and effective drug of its kind Thu, 06 Jan 2011 15:00:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2011/m01/propofol_history_michael_jackson.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m12/helen_sharman_antifreeze_natural.aspx From plane deicers to flea proteins, Helen Sharman looks at the chemical world of antifreeze Tue, 21 Dec 2010 11:01:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m12/helen_sharman_antifreeze_natural.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/Dont_panic.aspx Is there science in sci-fi? Journalist and author Michael Hanlon explores the science of the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. Fri, 10 Dec 2010 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/Dont_panic.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m12/arsenic_bacteria_nasa_science_controversy.aspx A roundup of the hype and science of NASA's controversial announcement Thu, 09 Dec 2010 13:52:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m12/arsenic_bacteria_nasa_science_controversy.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/The_Music_Instinct.aspx Why do we like music? What makes a tune catchy? Come and discuss with award-winning popular science writer Philip Ball. Mon, 06 Dec 2010 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/The_Music_Instinct.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/Nuts_about_christmas.aspx Professor Clare Mills uses some festive examples to shed light on the difficult world of food allergies. Thu, 02 Dec 2010 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/Nuts_about_christmas.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m11/helen_sharman_alien_planet_star_lithium.aspx Helen Sharman writes on the alien chemistry of planets and stars Tue, 23 Nov 2010 09:21:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m11/helen_sharman_alien_planet_star_lithium.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/privacy/default.aspx Privacy statement for The Reaction Wed, 17 Nov 2010 14:16:00 GMT Other http://www.thereaction.net/privacy/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m11/bill_bryson_ipad_competition_shortlist.aspx Check out the five top entries for the competition and vote for your favourite Mon, 15 Nov 2010 09:00:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m11/bill_bryson_ipad_competition_shortlist.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m11/edward_harrison_inventor_gas_mask.aspx One chemist saved millions of lives, and paid for his dedication with his life Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:53:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m11/edward_harrison_inventor_gas_mask.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m11/chemhistory_mauveine_william_perkin.aspx A chemistry set and a young boy's curiosity led to the birth of an industry, writes Alan Dronsfield Tue, 09 Nov 2010 09:00:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m11/chemhistory_mauveine_william_perkin.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/Materials_chemistry_at_origin_of_life.aspx Professor Tony Ryan explains how we can use nanotechnology to shed light some of the most fundamental questions: how did life begin on Earth, and how might it have begun in other environments? Mon, 08 Nov 2010 18:00:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/Materials_chemistry_at_origin_of_life.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/sustainable_britain.aspx John Emsley explains how together we could create a healthy, wealthy and sustainable Britain and set an example to the world. Thu, 04 Nov 2010 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/sustainable_britain.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m11/thomas_midgley_jr_tel_cfc.aspx The life and works of Thomas Midgley, Jr, creator of leaded petrol and CFCs Tue, 02 Nov 2010 10:45:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m11/thomas_midgley_jr_tel_cfc.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m11/tv_presenter_chemistry.aspx A poll of chemists found the best and worst of TV presenter chemistry - now it's your turn! 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Thu, 07 Oct 2010 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/Elements_of_scientific_success.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m10/nobel_prize_chemistry_2010.aspx What is so important about the Heck, Negishi and Suzuki reactions? Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:06:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m10/nobel_prize_chemistry_2010.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m09/chemhistory_phosphorus_rat_poison_merrifield.aspx Professor Alan Dronsfield examines the practicalities of a poisoning half a century ago Tue, 14 Sep 2010 09:00:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m09/chemhistory_phosphorus_rat_poison_merrifield.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m09/studying_separate_sciences.aspx Paul Gallagher stands up for science pupils Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:49:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m09/studying_separate_sciences.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/Crime_Scene_to_Court.aspx We've all seen it on TV, but what role does forensics really play in a criminal investigation? Peter White, consultant and Professor of Forensic Science, reveals all. 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What was this miracle drink? Beer! Thu, 05 Aug 2010 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/Make_mine_a_pint.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m08/bill_bryson_ipad_competition.aspx Find some amazing chemistry in your house, tell us about it in a creative way, and win an iPad Tue, 03 Aug 2010 10:46:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m08/bill_bryson_ipad_competition.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m08/garland_of_arabia.aspx We unveil the story of the true hero of the classic tale: a forgotten chemist and TE Lawrence's mentor Mon, 02 Aug 2010 10:38:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m08/garland_of_arabia.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m07/which_mag_denounces_wash_dryer_balls.aspx Which? Magazine declares washing machine eco-balls and dryerballs as "a waste of money", and the supposed science behind them leaves a lot to be desired too Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:52:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m07/which_mag_denounces_wash_dryer_balls.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m07/spaceballs.aspx There is a good chance all life on Earth is, in part, made up of space footballs. Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:42:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m07/spaceballs.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/ChemistryInASaladBowl.aspx For all those who suffer when they cut an onion, help is at hand. 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Fri, 21 May 2010 11:15:00 GMT News http://www.thereaction.net/news/y2010/m05/venter_artificial_life.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/OurPlanetsPeculiarAtmosphere.aspx Which came first: life, or the Earth's peculiar atmosphere? Richard Wayne investigates... Thu, 13 May 2010 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/OurPlanetsPeculiarAtmosphere.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/about/chemistry_centre/default.aspx The Chemistry Centre is a beautifully-restored facility for celebrating chemistry Fri, 07 May 2010 09:00:00 GMT Other http://www.thereaction.net/about/chemistry_centre/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/about/aboutrsc/default.aspx The RSC is dedicated to promoting and developing the chemical sciences for the benefit of society Fri, 07 May 2010 09:00:00 GMT Other http://www.thereaction.net/about/aboutrsc/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/chemical_landmarks/default.aspx Navigate the RSC's Chemical Landmarks map and discover places where chemistry history was made Fri, 07 May 2010 09:00:00 GMT Other http://www.thereaction.net/explore/chemical_landmarks/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/about/chemistry_for_tomorrow/default.aspx The RSC's roadmap for the chemical sciences is a guide to the future of chemistry research Fri, 07 May 2010 09:00:00 GMT Other http://www.thereaction.net/about/chemistry_for_tomorrow/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/visual_elements/default.aspx Take a visual tour through the Periodic Table Fri, 07 May 2010 09:00:00 GMT Other http://www.thereaction.net/explore/visual_elements/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/explore/topics/energy/default.aspx How will we power our lifestyle in the future? 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Wed, 05 May 2010 09:00:00 GMT Chemical Science Topic http://www.thereaction.net/explore/topics/health/default.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/chemistry_centre_grand_opening.aspx Not a public event, but a special one worth remembering Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/chemistry_centre_grand_opening.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/food_of_the_gods.aspx Writer and scientist Stephen T Beckett explains the science of chocolate Wed, 31 Mar 2010 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/food_of_the_gods.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/living_life_on_the_edge.aspx Neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's need to be tackled now, says Professor Chris Dobson Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/living_life_on_the_edge.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/perfumerys_hot_date.aspx Discovering how perfume is created using a special relationship between mother nature and mankind's creativity Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2010/perfumerys_hot_date.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2009/chemistry_energy_climate_change.aspx Energy, climate change, and how they will affect us in years to come Tue, 08 Dec 2009 10:19:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2009/chemistry_energy_climate_change.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2009/gm_debate.aspx Are global food targets sustainable without help from GM technology? Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2009/gm_debate.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2009/curry_conquered_britain.aspx Writer and curry expert Shrabani Basu investigated the phenomenon of British curry Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2009/curry_conquered_britain.aspx http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2009/can_we_feed_nine_billion.aspx John Emsley asked the uncomfortable questions about food production in the future Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT Event http://www.thereaction.net/events/y2009/can_we_feed_nine_billion.aspx